Welcome To The Party Podcast

Welcome To The Party

Democratic National Committee
“Welcome to the Party” is a new podcast from the Democratic National Committee that breaks down some of the biggest issues facing America today with the people who are fighting to address them. Each episode, DNC Chair Jaime Harrison talks to an influential member of the party about leadership and the ways Democrats across the country are delivering for the American people. Chair Harrison will also highlight the work that is being done by volunteers, local elected leaders, and races to watch.
Senator Amy Klobuchar & Lowering Costs for Families
Welcome back to the Party, folks! This week we’re joined by Minnesota Senator Amy Klobuchar discussing how Senate Democrats are showing up and delivering for working families. Later, former Miami mayor and chairman of the Florida Democratic Party, Manny Diaz, joins the party to talk about what is at stake in Florida ahead of the midterms. Plus, Chair Harrison closes with a DNC fundraising update.Don’t forget to review, rate, and subscribe to Welcome to the Party!
Feb 24, 2022
37 min
Governor Kathy Hochul & Organizing Year Round
Welcome back to the Party! This week we’re joined by the first woman to serve as Governor of New York, Kathy Hochul, discussing how Democratic wins have helped lead her state out of the pandemic. Later, we hear from the Chair of the Wisconsin Democratic Party, Ben Wikler, about the importance of organizing 365 days of the year to keep and expand our majorities in Wisconsin. Don’t forget to review, rate, and subscribe to Welcome to the Party!
Feb 17, 2022
31 min
Winning In The South & DEI At The DNC
Hey everyone, welcome to the party! Our first guest is the DNC's Director of Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Tamara Chrisler, who talks about the many ways the Democrats are prioritizing our DEI work. Next, Dr. Bobbie Richardson, Chair of the North Carolina Democratic Party, shares how Democrats in the Tar Heel State are fighting for North Carolinians. Don't forget to rate, review, and subscribe to Welcome to the Party!
Feb 10, 2022
26 min
Eric Swalwell & Standing Up For Our Accomplishments
Welcome back to the Party! We're back with a brand new episode with our host, DNC Chair Jaime Harrison. This week, we're first joined by Congressman Eric Swalwell to discuss how Democrats can stand up for ourselves, our beliefs, and our accomplishments. Next, we talked with Michigan Democratic Party Chair Lavora Barnes about campaigning in all 83 counties in Michigan. As always, make sure to rate, review, and subscribe to Welcome to the Party in your favorite podcasting app.
Feb 3, 2022
29 min
Austan Goolsbee & How Democrats Saved The Economy
This week, we’re joined by Austan Goolsbee, former Chairman of the Council of Economic Advisers, to talk about how the Biden-Harris administration saved our economy and are setting it up for future success. Next, Maryland Democratic Party Chair Yvette Lewis joins the party to discuss her voter protection efforts and how the MD Dems are reaching cities across the state. Don't forget to subscribe, rate, and review us in your favorite podcasting app!
Dec 16, 2021
51 min
Cecile Richards & Winning With Women
Welcome back to the party! This week we're joined by Cecile Richards, a co-chair of American Bridge 21st Century, the co-founder of Supermajority, and the former president of Planned Parenthood Federation of America. Jaime and Cecile discuss the Republican threats to policies that support reproductive health care and how women could be the key to winning in 2022, 2024, and beyond. Next we welcome to the party Mike Schmuhl, Chair of the Indiana Democratic Party, to discuss his efforts to mobil...
Dec 9, 2021
54 min
Hakeem Jeffries & The Democratic Caucus' Successes
On the heels of the passage of the Bipartisan Infrastructure Bill, we welcome to the party the Chair of the Democratic Caucus, Congressman Hakeem Jeffries, to talk about the legislative success Democrats have had in the 117th Congress. We then talk to Arizona State Senator Raquel Terán, Chair of the Arizona Democratic Party about building grassroots support in The Copper State. As always, don't forget to subscribe, rate, and review "Welcome to the Party" in your favorite podcasting app!
Nov 19, 2021
36 min
Amanda Litman, Ray Buckley, & Winning Local Races
DNC Chair Jaime Harrison welcomes Amanda Litman, Executive Director of Run For Something, to the party to discuss recruiting and electing Democrats to state and local races across the country. Next we are joined by New Hampshire Democratic Party Chair Raymond Buckley to talk about Democrats' success in the state. Make sure to subscribe, rate, and review us on your favorite podcasting platform.
Nov 13, 2021
34 min
Hala Ayala, Sheila Oliver & the November 2nd Elections
With important elections next week, we welcome to the party the Democratic Lieutenant Governor candidates from both Virginia and New Jersey. First, Delegate Hala Ayala from Virginia joins us from the campaign bus to discuss her groundbreaking campaign. Next, Lieutenant Governor Sheila Oliver from New Jersey talks about building upon the success from her first term. There are elections in Virginia, New Jersey, and all around the country on Tuesday, November 2nd, so make sure you vote! To find ...
Oct 28, 2021
34 min
Eric Holder & Fighting For Fair Redistricting
This week, we welcome to the party former United States Attorney General and current Chairman of the National Democratic Redistricting Committee, Eric Holder. We talk about the work of the NDRC to ensure that redistricting is happening equitably and fairly in Republican lead states. Then, Susan Swecker, Chairwoman of the Virginia Democratic Party joins the show to discuss the pivotal elections in Virginia on November 2nd. Don't forget to rate and review us in your favorite podcasting app.
Oct 21, 2021
39 min
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